God bless all who were touched by the OKC tornado, nine years ago today. And may He have mercy on those who are continuing to be affected by Nature, gone wrong ...
A monster came to Earth,
Nature gone wrong. It swept
the comfort of our lives
into its maw, leaving
behind bare foundations
and broken memories,
ones recalled with instant
clarity every time
the sky turns black. England's
warning to "Get below
ground" was lost in the roar;
sirens died mid-wail. The
only screaming we heard
was fear - our own. We were
lucky: we survived. Some
weren't - nine years later,
remembered. We pray it
never happens again,
here or anywhere else -
but it will. The monster
still hungers. Ask those who've
seen his appetite for
destruction, who've heard the
awful sounds growling from
the belly of the beast .. . ..
You got that right, Karla. Tornados are the most monstrous beast s I've ever been confronted with. I can't stand these films about twister chasers, the chicanery they impart on us. These people aren't getting the horrible destruction and death left behind. I guess I should write that horrible description I once gave to you so others will know how ugly it really is, no glamor there.. I no longer pray that I never see one again, but instead that I am never near one again. Sometimes it's the unseen one that can get you....Jerry
Nature's power is truly awesome. Good and sometimes bad. As in this instance. Thanks for reminding us of this terrible disaster and the many lives so harshly impacted. Karla. Jon Michael Willey
scary, excellent poem Karla, scary words- where is OKC? :( sorry, i don't know the abbreviations)xx UPDATE, Oklahoma City! Yes, awful things, quiet a history has Oklahoma. Cheers for the read.
Were ya'all there at the time, Karla? If so, I understand your fear of storms and dark skies. It was horrible enough to watch news on TV, much less be in the middle. Your poem is so descriptively real...brrr!
And the one just 8 years ago 28th of last month in Ft. Worth wasn't a little sneezer, either. Went right over my house (high enough to hear the roar, but no distruction) heading for The Ballpark before heading south.
Blessings and Stay Safe ~~ Micke
Awesome. I've heard the train coming only once and that was bad enough. Only an E2? is that right? The monster still hungers - says it all. The fear remains. Liz
I hope this never happens again; once was more than enough for those affected by this monster tornado. Powerfully penned heartbreak; you took us into the maelstrom. Very well written/illustrated; brava!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :(
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Reviewed on May 3, 2008
I hope it never happens again too, Karla ... So very sad ... We've had a few funnel clouds over the years but it never touched ground. It was an eerie sight ...
Oh Karla, I could feel the terror in this write. Your words were AMAZING and so was the write. Sorry you had to suffer so much with these monsters. Love and hugs, Bonnie
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peace and love, Carole~
never happens again,
here or anywhere else -
but it will.
How sadly true, Karla.
Georg
And the one just 8 years ago 28th of last month in Ft. Worth wasn't a little sneezer, either. Went right over my house (high enough to hear the roar, but no distruction) heading for The Ballpark before heading south.
Blessings and Stay Safe ~~ Micke
Newfie hugs are coming your way, Rose
Cryssa
I hope this never happens again; once was more than enough for those affected by this monster tornado. Powerfully penned heartbreak; you took us into the maelstrom. Very well written/illustrated; brava!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :(
Sandie May :o(